GoPro Hero 13 Black vs DJI Osmo Action 2
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Overview of the GoPro Hero 13 Black
GoPro Hero 13 Black
GoPro's latest camera featuring 5.3K video, lens mods, super slomo
The Hero 13 is GoPro's latest high end action camera. It is only an incremental improvement over the past two models (the Hero 12 and Hero 11), but it is still the best action camera you can buy for most use cases.
- Pros
- Great 5.3K video
- Super slomo (13x)
- Lens mods with automatic detection
- Great image stabilization
- Integrated GPS
- Cons
- Ageing sensor
- No 8K support
- Low light performance
Overview of the DJI Osmo Action 2
DJI Osmo Action 2
DJI's wearable action camera: 4K video in a modular format
The DJI Osmo Action 2 is an extremely modular action camera which delivers incredible 4K120fps footage while still remaining wearable. Thanks to it's magnetic attachement system, you can mix and match modules to transform it to suit every use case you can imagine. It's successor, the DJI Osmo Action 3, has abandonned this modular design, so the Action 2 remains DJI's current wearable camera.
- Pros
- 4K120fps footage
- Wearable
- Lightweight
- Cons
- SD card only with extra module
- Modules are not waterproof without case
- Not freeze-proof
- Overheating issues
Comparison of the Hero 13 vs the Action 2
Weight and size
The Action 2 is a lot more compact than the Hero 13. The Action 2 is a lot lighter than the Hero 13.
GoPro Hero 13 Black
71.8mm x 50.8mm x 33.6mm / 2.83in x 2in x 1.32in
5.61oz / 159g
Features
Dimensions
Weight
DJI Osmo Action 2
39mm x 39mm x 22.3mm / 1.54in x 1.54in x 0.88in
1.98oz / 56g
Why size and weight matter:
Weight is important for action cameras because we often mount them on helmets, or hold them at the end of a selfie stick while moving. Therefore a heavier camera can be dvifficult to use or uncomfortable. Weight is even more crucial for certain sports like road cycling or running.
Battery life
The Hero 13 offers a much larger battery capacity. The Hero 13 has a removable battery whereas the Action 2's battery is not removable
GoPro Hero 13 Black
1900mAh
Removable
150min at 1080p
Features
Battery capacity
Removable battery
Battery life
DJI Osmo Action 2
580mAh
Removable
70min at 1080p
Why battery life matters:
Nothing worse than running out of battery just before capturing the best footage of the day! A long battery life is reassuring and convenient when shooting footage outdoors where options to charge are limited. Even the use of a power bank can be tedious or simply impossible like when filming watersports. Having removeable batteries allows battery swapping on the go which further extends your runtime.
Storage
Only the Action 2 features built-in storage. Both the Hero 13 and the Action 2 support SD cards.
GoPro Hero 13 Black
No built-in storage
microSD
Features
Built-in storage
Storage format
DJI Osmo Action 2
32GB or 128GB
microSD
Why storage matters:
High quality footage can quickly take up lots of space and insufficient storage can soon be frustrating. Having a large amount of storage and the possiblity to extend it or swap SD cards while on a outing will ensure you will always be able to capture the footage you want. However, smaller, wearable action cameras often rely on built-in storage because of their small size.
Video performance
Only the Hero 13 offers HDR video.
GoPro Hero 13 Black
5.3K video at 60fps
5.3K 30fps
Features
Max resolution
HDR video
DJI Osmo Action 2
4K video at 120fps
HDR video unsupported
Camera and sensor technology
The Hero 13 features a much higher resolution. The field of view of the Action 2 is a little better than the Hero 13's. The Action 2 has a slightly better video bit rate than the Hero 13.
GoPro Hero 13 Black
27.6MP
148°
120Mbps
Features
Pixels
Field of view
Video bite rate
DJI Osmo Action 2
12MP
155°
130Mbps
Camera settings
Both the Hero 13 and the Action 2 have the same ISO range. The Action 2's +/-4 exposure compensation is far superior.
GoPro Hero 13 Black
100-6400
+/-2
Features
ISO range
Exposure Compensation
DJI Osmo Action 2
100-6400
+/-4
Hero 13 vs Action 2 specifications
Name | GoPro Hero 13 Black | DJI Osmo Action 2 |
Year of release | 2024 | 2021 |
Width | 2.83in / 71.8mm | 1.54in / 39mm |
Height | 2in / 50.8mm | 1.54in / 39mm |
Depth | 1.32in / 33.6mm | 0.88in / 22.3mm |
Weight | 5.61oz / 159g | 1.98oz / 56g |
Waterproof | 33ft / 10m | 33ft / 10m |
Waterproof with diving case | 197ft / 60m | 197ft / 60m |
Min operating temperature | 14°F / -10°C | 32°F / 0°C |
Max operating temperature | 95°F / 35°C | 104°F / 40°C |
Battery capacity | 1900mAh | 580mAh |
Removable battery | Yes | No |
Battery life | 150min at 1080p | 70min at 1080p |
Charging time | 3h (5W) | - |
Battery extension capacity | - | 1300mAh |
Battery extension run time | - | 160m at 1080p |
Battery extension charging time | - | 90min |
Battery extension weight | - | 2.26oz / 64g |
Built-in storage | - | 32GB 128GB |
Storage format | microSD | microSD |
Storage rating required | V30 or UHS-3 | V30 or UHS-3 |
Maximun storage supported | 1Tb | 256GB |
Rear screen size | 2.27in | - |
Front screen size | 1.4in | - |
Field of view | 148° | 155° |
Sensor | 1/1.9" CMOS | 1/1.7" |
Pixels | 27.6MP | 12MP |
Aperture | F2.5 | F2.8 |
Focal length | 12-39mm | - |
ISO range | 100-6400 | 100-6400 |
Video zoom | 2x | - |
Color Depth | 10bit | 8bit |
Video bite rate | 120Mbps | 130Mbps |
Exposure Compensation | +/-2 | +/-4 |
360-degree video | No | No |
5.3K video | 60fps | - |
4K video | 60fps | 120fps |
2.7K video | 120fps | 120fps |
1080p video | 240fps | 240fps |
Slow motion at 4K | 4x | 4 |
Maximum slow motion | 13x at 720p | 4x at 1080p |
HDR video | 5.3K 30fps | - |
Stabilization | HyperSmooth 6.0 | RockSteady 2.0 |
Horizon lock | Yes | - |
Video format | H.265 (HEVC) | H.264 (MP4) |
Live streaming | 1080p30 (HyperSmooth) or 1080p60 | No |
Webcam mode | 1080p30 | - |
Timelapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Starlapse mode | Yes | Yes |
Timeshift mode | Yes | Yes |
Loop recording mode | Yes | Yes |
Subject tracking | - | No |
Photo burst mode | Yes | No |
RAW format supported | Yes | Yes |
Microphones | 3 | 1 (3 with Module) |
Stereo audio | Yes | Yes |
Noise reduction | Yes | Yes |
Audio format | wav | aac |
Audio input | Media Mod (H9B/H10B/H11B) Pro 3.5mm Mic Adapter | - |
Audio bluetooth support | Airpods and Bluetooth headsets | - |
Wifi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac |
Bluetooth | BLE 5.3 | BLE 5.0 |
USB | USB-C | Type-C USB |
GPS integrated | Yes | No |
Voice commands | Yes | Yes |